Turriff & District Heritage Society
Keeping the story of Turriff and district alive
A volunteer-run museum and heritage hub, free to visit, in the heart of Turriff. Explore our permanent collection, seasonal Session Cottage, and community events.
Free to visit, always
A community museum, run by volunteers, for everyone
Turriff and District Heritage Society cares for a permanent collection telling the story of our town and its surrounding farms and families. From the Heritage Hub's programme of talks and workshops to the seasonal Session Cottage and our Doric Neuk reading corner, there is always something new to discover — and it costs nothing to come and see it.
Free admission
No charge to enter — donations gratefully received
Parking nearby
Free public parking is available close to High Street
Step-free access
Ground floor galleries are step-free for wheelchairs and buggies
Public toilets
Public toilet facilities are available on site
Opening hours — placeholder
As a volunteer-run Society, our opening hours vary by season and volunteer availability and are not fixed year-round. Please call us or check our Facebook page for the current opening times before you travel.
What to explore
Museum & Collection
Our permanent collection of local artifacts, photographs and archive material.
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Talks, workshops and family activities exploring the district's heritage.
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Our seasonal exhibit preserving traditional cottage life in the district.
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A quiet corner celebrating the North-East Scots tongue and local voices.
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Upcoming events
Tea, Talk and Turriff Memories
A relaxed afternoon of tea, cake and shared reminiscing, where local residents bring their own photographs and stories of Turriff for others to enjoy. Bring an old photo if you have one, or simply come along and listen.
Thu, 8 October 2026 at 16:00
Heritage Hub, Municipal Buildings
Introduction to Family History Research
A hands-on workshop for beginners covering parish records, census returns and the Society's own archive, with volunteer researchers on hand to help trace your Aberdeenshire ancestors.
Sat, 17 October 2026 at 12:30
Heritage Hub, Municipal Buildings
Family Fun Day: Life on the Farm
A free drop-in day for families with hands-on activities exploring farming life in the Turriff district through the centuries, including a trail through the museum collection for children.
Sun, 25 October 2026 at 12:00
Museum and Heritage Hub, Municipal Buildings
Help us keep local history alive
As a volunteer-run charity, we rely on members, volunteers and donations to care for our collection and keep admission free for everyone. Every contribution helps.